2005 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Ascari A10
To start off, 2011 Ascari A10 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2011 Ascari A10.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ascari A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2011 Ascari A10 | |
Make | BMW | Ascari |
Model | 530 | A10 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2636 mm |